
1549 N 56th St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
What This Townhouse Offers
Welcome home to this beautifully updated second-floor residence at 1549 N 56th St in the heart of West Philadelphia’s Carroll Park neighborhood. This inviting... apartment blends classic Philadelphia charm with modern comfort, offering bright and airy living spaces, generous natural light, and a thoughtfully designed layout for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located near public transportation, shopping, dining, parks, and major commuter routes, this home places the city at your fingertips. Inside, residents will enjoy well appointed spaces with high ceilings, tall windows, large bedrooms, and a welcoming atmosphere that instantly feels like home. The property has been recently renovated throughout with neutral cabinetry and granite counters in the kitchen and baths. An off-street parking space is also available for an additional $100 per month — a rare and valuable convenience in the city. This is an exceptional opportunity to enjoy comfortable city living in a well-maintained residence with both charm and convenience. Schedule your private tour today and experience everything this wonderful home has to offer.
Unit
- $1,400 / month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- Available May 16
Townhome Features
- Basement
1549 N 56th St is a townhome for rent in Philadelphia, PA
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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable90 / 100
Transit
Strong public transit80 / 100
Driveability
Somewhat drivable30 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Universal Bluford Charter School
Grades K-8
Public
Heston Edward School
Grades PK-8
Public
Our Lady Of The Blessed Sacrament School
Grades PK-8
Private
Overbrook High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Colonas Kidz Academic Academy
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
St Joseph's Univ., Phila.
Drive: 7 min (2 mi)
C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr
Drive: 5 min (2 mi)
Philadelphia Osteopathic
Drive: 8 min (2.9 mi)
University of the Sciences
Drive: 9 min (3.1 mi)
Discover Carroll Park, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1549 N 56th St proximity to Overbrook Plaza, Progress Haddington Plaza, and Park West Town Center. Overbrook Plaza is 0.3 miles away, and Progress Haddington Plaza is within a 14 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, 1549 N 56th St has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.7 miles. Transit options include 56Th Street And Lansdowne Avenue and Lansdowne Avenue And 57Th Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1549 N 56th St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including Fairmount Park, Please Touch Museum, and Shofuso - Japanese House and Garden.
Airports
Living in Carroll Park provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 23 minutes from 1549 N 56th St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 37.9 miles away.
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